Older adults who are eligible for both Medicaid and Medicare depend on Medicaid to cover their Medicare costs and additional services like dental care and long-term support. Yet, the impact of the upcoming "Medicaid unwinding" process on these individuals is a mystery. This process, which will reass
Imagine this: a teenager tries to pull off a series of burglaries with a friend, but ends up leaving a peculiar trail behind – dog poo on his shoes. This goofy mistake led police straight to the culprit, a 20-year-old named Brian Harold. The silly string of crimes included breaking into a van, steal
You know that quitting smoking is tough, right? But there's a drug called varenicline that's been helping people kick the habit. It works like a charm, with about 26% of people still smoke-free after a year. Scientists believe your genes might play a role in how well varenicline works for you. Surpr
A recent study looked into whether taking dietary supplements had any effect on COVID-19 symptoms. Researchers from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences surveyed over 27, 000 adults who were tested for COVID-19. They found that people who had symptoms were more likely to take supplements,
Winter is closing in, and Texas is once again in the hot seat. Back in 2021, the state froze over and faced a massive power outage. Now, Texans are hoping for a better result this time around. To prevent another crisis, the state is boosting its wind and solar power while modernizing its old power g
You might not know it, but there’s a sneaky, invisible gas that could be lurking in your home. It’s called radon, and it’s something Michigan officials want you to be aware of. Radon comes from the ground and can seep into homes through tiny cracks and gaps. The scary part? You can’t see, smell, or
You've probably heard that grapes and blueberries are great for your heart. That's thanks to flavanols, powerful compounds packed inside these tiny fruits. Researchers have found that these fruits can reduce the risk of heart disease, but they aren't quite sure how they work. One reason is that flav
In the United States, people without proper documentation who are dealing with blood cancers often struggle to get a potentially life-saving stem cell transplant. Instead, they're often stuck with less effective treatments that have a higher chance of being fatal. This situation is largely overlooke
COVID-19 has changed daily life in many ways, including how people eat. But what about those on maintenance hemodialysis? Japanese hemodialysis patients have unique needs, and their diets often must adapt to their treatment. So, let's dig into how their eating habits changed before and during the CO
Elliot Wolf, the creator of On Call, has shared his thoughts on whether the new Prime Video series is part of the One Chicago universe. This half-hour show focuses on officers Traci Harmon and Alex Diaz in Long Beach, California. It's similar to other Wolf Entertainment shows like Law & Order and FB
